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Viola Anna Granofsky, 87, a 10-year resident of Edgewater, MD and previously of Landover, MD, died March 16, 2011 at Anne Arundel Medical Center of renal failure.
 
Mrs. Granofsky was an extraordinary and creative homemaker who cooked gourmet meals, tended her garden, re-upholstered her own furniture and spackled walls. She designed and sewed her children’s clothes throughout their lives, including prom and wedding dresses. She was the seamstress for the Patriots of Northern Virginia, a 500-member marching and colonial music organization. She also created beautiful wedding and designer cakes. Viola delighted everyone with her laughter, even while in the emergency room. Viola is home with her Lord Jesus and smiled when she took her last breath. 

Viola was the beloved wife of George W. Granofsky of Edgewater, MD for 70 years; mother of Eileen Lyle of Edgewater, MD, George W. Granofsky, Jr. of Arlington, VA, Alan Granofsky of Stonewood, WV and the late Nanette Evans. Also survived by 8 grandchildren: Scott, Devin, Dustin, John, Nathan, Anna, Daniel and Mary and her great-granddaughter, Skyler. A memorial gathering will be held at a later date. Interment private. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 445 Defense Highway, Annapolis, MD 21401.

Eugenia Condore Ricker
Age 54
　
On Wednesday, March 16, 2011. The beloved wife of Greg Ricker; loving mother of Benjamin, Kelly, and Gina-Maria; sister of Patty and Fran; daughter of Frank and the late Patsy Condore; devoted grandmother of Brooklynn Rose and Emerson Elizabeth; mother-in-law of Johanna Ricker, also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Your precious memories will always live within our hearts. We love you Genia. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD on Friday, March 18 at 10:30 AM. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens. Donations can be made to AAMC DeCesaris Cancer Institute. Arrangements by the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, Edgewater, MD.

Donald L. Eister, also known as “Cluck” & “Pooter Mouse”, 64, a 27-year resident of Edgewater, MD and previously of Silver Spring, MD died on March 16, 2011 at his home of natural causes.
 
Born November 15, 1946 in Silver Spring, MD, Donald graduated from Wakefield High School in Arlington, VA. Donald served in the United States Army from 1965-68. He was a member of the National Rifle Association, the Sheet Metal Workers Union-Local 100, Metal Detectors Club and H.O.G. of Annapolis. Donald enjoyed motorcycles, guns and was an amateur gunsmith.
 
He is survived by his son, Stephen L. Eister of Edgewater, MD.
 
Friends are invited to Donald’s Life Celebration at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Monday, March 21 from 6 to 8pm. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, March 22 at 11am at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, 900 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD. Memorial donations may be made in Donald’s memory to the N.R.A., P.O. Box 420648, Palm Coast, FL 32142 or online at NRA.org.

Melody Ann Young, 51, a 20-year resident of Edgewater, MD died on March 16, 2011 in Laurel, DE from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
 
Born August 15, 1959 in Washington, DC, Melody attended Suitland High School and was employed as a caregiver for the elderly. Melody loved having fun, music and had a passion for helping people, especially the elderly and disabled.
 
She was predeceased by her father, Paul (Pete) Young, Sr. and brother, Paul Young, Jr.
 
Melody is survived by a son, Jacob M. Fielding of Edgewater, MD; her mother, M. Theresa Young of Edgewater, MD; also survived by 4 brothers, Danny Young of Edgewater, MD, David Young of Rose Haven, MD, Edward Young of Huntington, MD, Pete Young of Edgewater, MD, and 2 sisters, Susie Fowler of Upper Marlboro, MD and Stephanie Mock of Edgewater, MD.
 
Friends are invited to Melody’s Life Celebration at the American Legion, Post 226, 830 Mayo Road, Mayo, MD on Sunday, March 20 from 1 to 5pm. Interment private.

On Monday, March 14, 2011; the beloved wife of the late David Lee Clark; mother of the late Gloria Lee Stone; grandmother of Lee Ann Stone and Mary Ellen Baker' mother-in-law of William Stone. She is also survived by two great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Friends may call at Dents Chapel,29449 Charlotte Hall Rd., Charlotte Hall, MD on Friday, March 18, 2011 from 9:30am until time of services at 10am. Interment St. John's Episcopal Church Broad Creek, Ft. Washington, MD.

Angela Giordano Zoulfaghary
On Sunday, March 13, 2011. The beloved mother of Bianca A. Zoulfaghary; daughter of the late Antonietta and Cosimo Giordano; sister of Rosa G. Bonanni and Joseph A. Giordano; aunt of Antonietta and Fabiana Bonanni; sister-in-law of Ignazio Bonanni. Friends are invited to Angela’s Life Celebration at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, March 17 at 10:30am at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Washington, DC. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens.

Visitation on Thursday, 3/17/2011 from 2-4,6-8PM at GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 2973 Solomons Island Rd. Edgewater,MD. Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, 3/18/2011 at 9AM at Our Lasdy of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 515 Loch Haven Rd, Edgewater,MD. Interment Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Crownsville, MD

V. Lee Howell, 63, of Pomfret, MD passed away 3-13-11. He is the son of the late John R. Howell and survived by his wife, Patricia J. Howell, mother Ollie M. Howell, brother John R. Howell, Jr., sister Connie Spells, sons Cory and Jesse Howell, daughter Kim Cook, and grandchildren Kaitlyn Howell, Ashley Howell and Logan Howell. As a devoted, husband, father and loyal friend, Lee enjoyed golfing, playing poker, watching "Judge Judy", working with his colleagues and interacting with his three grandchildren. He was known for his great sense of humor and unique way of making the best of any situation. Eager to experience novel activities and do things out of the ordinary he was not one to let life pass him by and enjoyed every day like it was his last. He will be missed tremendously. Services will be held at Grace Baptist Church, 7345 Indian Head Highway, Bryans Road, MD 20616 on Friday, March 18 at 10:00AM Interment Trinity Memorial Gardens, Waldorf, MD. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Grace Baptist Church in his memory.

Mary Helen Doepkens Scible, 80, a lifetime resident of Davidsonville, Maryland died peacefully March 13 at Anne Arundel Medical Center. 

She was born May 29, 1930 in Davidsonville, Maryland to the late Henry and Elizabeth Doepkens. She married her beloved husband of 61 years, John (Jack) M. Scible. Mary most enjoyed being a devoted wife and mother to 5 children and spending time in her beautiful gardens. She was a ray of sunshine to her family and dearly loved by all she met. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, George Henry Scible, a grandson and 8 siblings.
 
She is survived by her husband, John M. Scible; two sons, Mark Scible of Gambrills and David Scible of Edgewater; two daughters, Mary May of Davidsonville and Joan Wood of Deale; 8 grandchildren and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews and dear friends.
 
Friends are invited to Mary’s Life Celebration at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, March 17 at 10:30am at Holy Family Catholic Church in Davidsonville, Maryland. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 445 Defense Highway, Annapolis, MD 21401.

Thomas H. Redmiles, “Tommy”, 26, a resident of Davidsonville for most of his life, died March 13 at Anne Arundel Medical Center from complications due to Crohn’s Disease. He was born February 22, 1985 in Cheverly, one of a second set of twins, to Joe and Mary Redmiles. A 2003 graduate of South River High School, Tommy received a degree in Finance from Salisbury University. He was a member of Lighthouse Baptist Church in Pasadena. Tommy was an avid Redskins fan. Attending any game in any weather was what he lived for. He recently had contact with his idol and spiritual mentor, Joe Gibbs. Tommy also enjoyed playing golf, reading mysteries, and traveling, especially taking cruises. He shared many memorable vacations with his family and friends. Among his favorites was a trip to Ireland, Hawaii and Aruba. Spending time with his family and friends was extremely important to Tommy. 

In addition to his parents, Tommy is survived by his twin sister, Katie Redmiles of San Francisco, CA; brother, Matt Redmiles of Ocean Pines, and sister, Colleen Isett of Crofton; grandparents, Donald and Stella Redmiles of Davidsonville; brother-in-law, Jon and niece, Regan Isett, and many precious aunts, uncles and cousins.
 
Friends are invited to Tommy’s Life Celebration on Thursday, March 17, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, March 18, at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America, 386 Park Avenue South, 17th Floor, New York, NY 10016 or at www.ccfa.org. An online guestbook is available for your convenience by accessing the link above.

Charles J. ("Chuck") LoMedico, 94
 Musician, Teacher 

Charles J. "Chuck" LoMedico, 94, a local musician who entertained generations of Washingtonians, died March 12, 2011, at Mount Vernon Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He had congestive heart failure. 

Chuck was born June 24, 1916, in Foggy Bottom. He often told stories of his early years when he accompanied his father as a lamplighter and fruit and vegetable vendor. He also hawked for the STAR newspaper. Along with his parents, brother, Peter and sister Mae, who all predeceased him, Chuck owned and operated an Italian store, Caligios, in Northeast D.C. He worked 17-hour days, 7 days a week to earn enough money to take music lessons. 
Those lessons led to his lifelong dedication to his beloved music.
 
After service as a Sergeant in the U.S. Army, Mr. LoMedico, a trombonist and string bassist, played with the bands of Jack Merton and Steve Lesieur at many functions at, among others, Avenal, Columbia, Indian Springs, Congressional, and Chevy Chase country clubs. He also performed with the orchestras of Duke Ellington, Charlie Barnett, Wayne King, Woody Herman, Carmen Cavallaro, and Bob Crosby when they entertained in Washington venues. 

Mr. LoMedico played with the Meyer Davis Orchestra at many debutante cotillions at the SuIgrave Club and other sites. During this time he also worked as a wedding music planner and consultant. 

A longtime member of Local 161.710 of the Washington Federation of Musicians, Mr. LoMedico was especially proud of his long time association with the Lee Maxfield Orchestras. While affiliated with that organization he voluntarily performed, under the auspices of the U.S. Department of Defense, on several tours entertaining troops stateside, and on bases in Saudi Arabia, Libya, Germany, Korea, and at the Ernie Pyle Theater in Tokyo, among others. In that capacity he performed with such legends as Bing Crosby, Bob Hope, Frances Langford, Dorothy Lamour, Jerry Colonna and Connie Boswell. It was also under Maxfield's auspices that Mr. LoMedico led the musicians on the Wilson Cruise Lines, and at many local dances and special events. 

While performing in these venues, Chuck worked as a part-time realtor for Long & Foster and at a career of teaching music theory and various instruments to generations of local music students throughout the D.C. and Maryland area. A demanding, but loving, teacher, he stressed the importance of tempo and concentration to all his students, qualities he often lamented that were not taught in public school programs. He continued teaching until 2009. 

Mr. LoMedico was a member of Mt. Calvary Catholic Church in Forestville, where he resided for 38 years, and, of late, of St. Columba Parish in Oxon Hill. There he would give free music lessons to any parishioners who sought his musical guidance. 

A Fourth Degree Knight in the Knights of Columbus, he served for several years as chief usher at the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. Among the many charities he supported were Catholic Charities, the Franciscans, St. Jude's, Children's Hospital, and Couples for Christ's Gawad, Kalinger, and Ancop of the Philippines. 

Mr. LoMedico was very proud of his associations with so many other talented and dedicated musicians. It was his fervent wish that today's musicians pursue their profession as devotedly as he did, and that new generations will continue to appreciate and enjoy great music.

On Saturday, March 12, 2011. The beloved husband of Diana Tenaglia; father of Nick, Edo, Massimo and the late Danny Tenaglia; brother of Assunta Sorgini and the late Joe Tenaglia and Eda DiRico; grandfather of Domenic and Gabriella Tenaglia. Family and friends may call at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Tuesday from 2 to 4p.m. and 7 to 9p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Wednesday, March 16, at 11a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens. An online guestbook is available for your convenience by accessing the link on this page.

On Saturday, March 12, 2011; the beloved husband of Sahazan N. Christian; father of Dennis J.(Kathy) and Michael J. Christian; stepfather of Tajsha and Ahmad(Heather) Shy; brother of Gite(Betty) Christian and Bernice(Nandus) Robinson. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to MSgt's Life Celebration on Saturday, March 19 from 1pm until time of service at 2pm at Shalom Ministries Christian Center, 515 Kerby Hill Rd., Fort Washington, MD. Interment private.

On Sunday, March 13, 2011; the beloved son of the late Ralph H. and Mary Clare Cahouet; brother of James W. and Frank J. Cahouet, Mary Cahouet Fogarty and the late John J. Cahouet. He is also survived by many other relatives and friends. Reception of the Body and Liturgical Office of the Dead at 7:00 p.m. Sunday, March 20 with a vistation following at St. Dominic Church until 9:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 9:30 a.m., Monday, March 21, 2011 at St. Dominic Church, Sixth and E Streets, SW. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Father Cahouet's memory to the Dominican Friars Center for Assisted Living, 630 E St., SW, Washington, DC.

Gary George Pilipovich, 60, also known as “Polish Prince”, a 27-year resident of Chesapeake Beach, MD and previously of Forestville, MD was received home to his Lord and Savior on March 12, 2011 in Calvert County, MD after a 14 month illness.
 
Born July 17, 1950 in Uniontown, PA, to the late Rudy and Margret Pilipovich, Gary graduated from Suitland High School and was employed as an electrician with Union Local 26 IBEW.
 
His lifelong friends, Linda and Chip Gaither, along with their family had the privilege of serving Gary in their home during his courageous battle with his illness. The Gaither family celebrates Gary’s life and asks all family members and friends to take comfort and assurance in knowing that Gary is now with our God in Heaven. Gary is survived by his sister, Linda (Victor) Lundberg of Poolesville, MD; a niece, Carey Griffith Edwards of Farmington, MN; a nephew, A.J. Lundberg of Poolesville, MD and a great-niece, Ella Grace Edwards of Farmington, MN.

 Friends are invited to Gary’s Life Celebration at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Saturday, April 2, 2011 at 2pm. Memorial donations may be made in Gary’s name to Calvert Hospice, 238 Merrimac Court, Prince Frederick, MD 20678.

Gail Lee Johns, 61, a life-long resident of Edgewater, died March 12 at Anne Arundel Medical Center following a lengthy illness. She was born October 21, 1949 in Baltimore and graduated from Annapolis High School in 1967. She was a government employee for the State of Maryland and an avid Disney fan. She enjoyed yard work and loved spending time with her granddaughter.
 
Gail is survived by son, Albert Johns, III; daughter, Stacey Dove; sister, Barbara Beall; and granddaughter, Taylor, all of Edgewater; two nieces: Sandy Walp and Dawn Pennell of Davidsonville; and nephew, Wayne Beall, Sr. of Mayo.
 
Friends are invited to Gail’s Life Celebration on Wednesday, March 16, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1041 Route 3 N, Bldg A, Gambrills, MD 21054 or American Lung Association, 211 E. Lombard St., #260, Baltimore, MD 21202. An online guestbook is available for your convenience by accessing the link in the left column of this page.

Jean Z. Moreland, 86, a resident of Edgewater and Kent Village for more than 50 years, died March 12 at Anne Arundel Medical Center following a brief illness. She was born October 25, 1924 in Lorton, VA and later moved with her family to Maryland where she graduated from Bladensburg High School. Jean was a property manager for Kent Village Apartments and a member of the London Towne Peppers. She was an avid golfer until age 83 and counted her two holes-in-one among her greatest achievements. She also enjoyed watching golf tournaments and reading. Her greatest passion though was her family; she especially loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
 
Jean was predeceased by her husband of 57 years, Richard A. Moreland, who died in 2000 and two sisters, Betty Lange and Bernice Naylor. 

She is survived by son, Richard “Rick” (Loretta) Moreland of Edgewater; daughter, Linda (Charles) Moreland-Smith of Bowie; three grandchildren: Charles E. (Carrie Elizabeth) Smith, Carrie Jean (Larry) Dawes, Christopher D. Moreland and Ann D. Yorty; and twelve great-grandchildren.
 
Friends are invited to Jean’s Life Celebration at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, on Tuesday, March 15, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. and Wednesday, March 16, from 10:30 a.m. until funeral service begins at 11 a.m. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens. An online guestbook is available for your convenience by accessing the link above.

Services and burial for Ada Lytle will be private. An online guestbook is available for your convenience by accessing the link at the top of this page.

Warren C. Sylvester, 76, a 30-year resident of Annapolis, died on March 9, 2011 at Anne Arundel Medical Center. He was born on September 20, 1934 in Baltimore. Warren received a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Johns Hopkins University and had a career as a systems engineer with Omitron Corporation for many years. He was a parishioner at St. Mary’s Catholic Church and a member of the Heritage Harbour Chorus and Drama Club where Warren shared his talents as an amateur actor, director, producer and writer of local theater productions.
 
He is survived by his wife, Ana R. Sylvester, whom he married in 1957, one son, Chris (Terry) Sylvester of Atlanta, GA, three daughters, Nita (J.) Sylvester of Annapolis, Marta (Bruce) Potter of Davidsonville and Yvette (Rick) Sylvester-Magee of northern Virginia, also survived by eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
 
Friends are invited to Warren’s Life Celebration on Sunday, March 13, from 4 until 6 p.m. at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Monday, March 14, at 10:30 a.m. at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Road, Annapolis, MD. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, 383 Main Avenue, 5th Floor, Norwalk, CT 06851. An online guestbook is available for your convenience by accessing the link at the top of this page.

The Honorable W. Byron Sorrell, 91, a 30-year resident of Deale and previously of University Park, died March 9 at his home following a one-month illness. 

He was born November 26, 1919 in Washington, DC to the late Clarence and Ethel Sorrell and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II as a Lieutenant Commander. He was the youngest person ever sworn as an agent in the FBI. After graduating from the George Washington University Law School, he went into private law practice. In 1969, he was appointed a judge to the D.C. Supreme Court. 

Judge Sorrell was a member of the St. James’ Church in Lothian and formerly rode with De La Brooke Foxhounds W on his horse, Riley. He was also a past president of the Prince George’s County Bar Association.
 
Judge Sorrell was predeceased by his wife, Viola B. Sorrell, who died in 2008 and son, John Byron Sorrell, who died in 2010.
 
He is survived by a daughter, Joan Elizabeth Sorrell of Edgewater; two grandsons: Samuel J. Worsham of Edgewater and Christian B. Worsham of Stevensville; and two great granddaughters: Grace and Faith Worsham.
 
Friends are invited to Judge Sorrell’s Life Celebration on Sunday, March 13, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater. Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 14, at 1 p.m. at St. James’ Church, 5757 Solomons Island Road, Lothian, MD 20711 with burial immediately following in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. James’ Church. An online guestbook is available for your convenience by accessing the link below. 

 


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Visitation

 Sunday March 13, 2011, 2:00pm - 4:00pm at George P. Kalas Funeral Home 
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Visitation

 Sunday March 13, 2011, 6:00 - 8:00pm at George P. Kalas Funeral Home 
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Funeral Service

 Monday March 14, 2011, 1:00pm at St. James' Church 
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Graveside Service

 Monday March 14, 2011 at St. James' Church Cemetery 
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Obituaries

Viola Granofsky

Eugenia Ricker

Donald Eister

Irma Ancona

Daniel Leniek

Melody Young

Dorothy Rill

Dolly Clark

Angela Zoulfaghary

Mariane Harig

V. Howell

Mary Scible

Thomas Redmiles

Charles LoMedico

Domenico Tenaglia

M Christian

Fr. Cahouet

Gary Pilipovich

Gail Johns

Jean Moreland

Teresa LoBianco

Ada Lytle

Warren Sylvester

Honorable Sorrell